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Have you seen our modules Barcode and Table Arrangement?

The modules Barcode and table arrangement can be utilised individually or together for significantly more efficiency.

The modules save time, money, and create production security!

Compass Softwares Modules Barcode and Table Arrangement save time, money, and create production security!

Barcode

The module barcode is used whenever processes need to be automated. The function does not necessarily require the use of barcodes but can also be operated with RFID chips or manual input.

The module barcode is used whenever processes need to be automated.

The reading of the barcode initiates the following executions on the CNC machine:

  • The component information is accessed from the software database
  • The necessary CNC programs are generated
  • Positioning lasers are controlled
  • Clamping devices are calculated
  • CNC programs are transferred to the machine

The utilisation of barcodes makes the operation of the machine extremely save. The CNC program is calculated just-in-time, so exactly at the time when it is actually needed. This reduces errors and creates security. For example, if a tool breaks during production, the newly generated CNC program will already include the new tool settings. This may not be the case, if the CNC program had been generated during job preparation before.

The utilisation of barcodes makes the operation of the machine extremely save.
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Furthermore, it is possible to print out barcodes on forms, which can be used in the following areas:

  • Time tracking – e.g., the component is scanned before and after production (additional option)
  • Data visualisation – e.g., component data can be shown on any computer via the barcode scan
  • Status monitoring – e.g., production status of the component is called up via the barcode (MES System PROKON)

Table Arrangement

The module table arrangement makes it possible to position and process several components simultaneously on one machine table with optimised tool changes on suitable machines.

Since most machines require a lot of time for tool changes, this module significantly reduces processing times. For example, it would be possible to place 4 risers on one table. The machine would then go through each individual processing step (e.g., milling the contour) on each component, before it would switch over to the next processing step (e.g., drilling).

The module table arrangement makes it possible to position and process several components simultaneously on one machine table with optimised tool changes on suitable machines.
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Combination: Barcode & Table Arrangement

The modules barcode and table arrangement can be combined to achieve outstanding results. In this scenario, the machine stations will also be assigned a barcode. The machine operator scans the component (e.g., stringer, tread, post) and then the table station where the component will be placed.

The machine operator can decide freely where to place the parts. Afterwards the system will generate the CNC codes for all scanned components. The parts are processed with tool optimisation and optimised tool paths. This saves time and the machine operator can generate the CNC programs directly on the machine.

This solution is especially time saving for the processing of posts since several posts can be finished at the same time, including all optimisations.

Practical Applications in the Filed:

You can read some practical examples on our website:

Case Study Luxholm Bauelemente

Barcode Application at Trappentoko

Barcode Application at Frammelsberger

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